Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd. has raised is full fiscal year forecast for net profit attributable to owners of the company by a sizable JPY56.5bn ($535m), or 46%, to JPY180.5bn, due mainly to lower tax costs associated with on-going integration and optimization of the legal entities within its organizational structure.
Takeda Expects Stronger Net Profit On Lower Tax
Entyvio Again Drives Growth In Q3
Entyvio strong again for Japanese firm as it raises net profit forecast on lower tax costs. Meanwhile, 'Wave 1' pipeline projects are progressing, with simultaneous development in major markets a key goal.

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